Through our Aging in Place program, Habitat DeKalb helps older adults age preserve their home and their independence specific to each homeowner’s lifestyle. We collaborate with human services organizations to evaluate individual needs and provide critical home repairs, modifications and community services.
Repairs we may provide
Critical Home Repairs:
Keeping homes safe, dry, and warm.
- Roof repairs
- Plumbing
- Heating and cooling
- Electrical
- Structural (walls, floors, ceilings)
- Extensive siding
- Water infiltration
- Weatherization (insulation, windows)
Aging In Place Repairs:
Helping preserve independence.
- Accessibility improvements
- Fall prevention
- Ramp installations
Cosmetic repairs NOT included in this program
Program Requirements
Requirements for Seniors
- Must submit $500 one-time payment
- Must agree to a forgivable 5-year lien on your home
- Must be aged 65+ or disabled
- Must meet income requirements
- Home must be at least 15 years old
- Must have owned and lived in home for at least 1 year
- Must be a US citizen or permanent legal resident
Requirements for Veterans
- Must be aged 62+ or disabled
- Must agree to a forgivable 5-year lien on your home
- Must meet income requirements
- Home must be at least 15 years old
- Must have owned and lived in home for at least 1 year
- Must be a US citizen or permanent legal resident
Income Guidelines
Total household income must be no less than 50% of the area median income (AMI) and no more than 80% of the AMI.
| Family Size | 50% of AMI | 80% of AMI |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $37,650 | $60,200 |
| 2 | $43,000 | $68,800 |
| 3 | $48,400 | $77,400 |
| 4 | $53,750 | $86,000 |
| 5 | $58,050 | $92,900 |
| 6 | $62,350 | $99,800 |
| 7 | $66,650 | $106,650 |
| 8 | $70,950 | $113,550 |
What to expect next
When you join Habitat DeKalb's home repair interest list, you are placed in a queue based on our availability and resources. You will not be contacted until you are next in the queue.
When contacted, the Program Manager will verify you meet program requirements and then schedule a home assessment to better understand your needs and discuss the further logistics.
Please note that the interest list is not an application, does not guarantee services, and is not a method of communication—it simply reserves your place in the queue for potential assistance.